Statement from Michael Bourque, President and CEO, Fertilizer Canada
“Fertilizer Canada applauds Prime Minister Mark Carney and Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald on the recently released National Food Security Strategy and the recognition of the importance of the agriculture industry in Canada. This is a positive step in the right direction, and we are hopeful it is the beginning of an ambitious agenda for the sector.”
“Canadian farmers need timely access to the latest fertilizer products and innovations to remain competitive. Compared to other jurisdictions, Canada’s approval process delays access to new technologies, placing our producers at a disadvantage. We welcome the strategy’s focus on streamlining approvals and regulatory processes, reducing red tape, and eliminating Canadian Food Inspection Agency backlogs to help bring innovations to market more efficiently.”
“We also support efforts to strengthen and diversify Canada’s fertilizer supply. A strong domestic fertilizer industry is essential to food security, economic growth, and agricultural productivity. To safeguard production, we need a competitive investment environment. We look forward to working with governments and industry partners to advance the strategy, strengthen the sector, and reinforce Canada’s position as a food superpower.”
